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Join us for "Meet the Downstream Business Partners" on 29 July 2025 at Wanderers Club, Johannesburg — a dynamic industry event by MPOC tailored for chocolatiers, chefs, and culinary educators. Discover the latest in palm-based cocoa butter alternatives, cost-effective kitchen solutions, and nutritional insights through expert presentations by MPOC, JEM Catering, and The Glow Collective.

The Chocolate Masters Challenge in South Africa is an unique event that emphasises the importance of Malaysian palm oil in chocolate production. In partnership with the South African Chefs Association, this competition gathers top chocolatiers from across the country to create exceptional chocolates using specialty fats sourced from palm oil. Malaysian palm oil producers in the specialty fats sector are invited to participate, showcasing the quality of their products and supporting innovation within the chocolate industry. This event serves as a platform to highlight palm oil’s role in enhancing chocolate-making techniques and fostering creativity in the sector.